{"id":13,"date":"2009-12-24T18:28:24","date_gmt":"2009-12-25T01:28:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/toddlerstravels.com\/blog\/?p=13"},"modified":"2009-12-24T18:28:24","modified_gmt":"2009-12-25T01:28:24","slug":"packing-checklist-for-traveling-with-infants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.toddlerstravels.com\/blog\/san-diego\/packing-checklist-for-traveling-with-infants\/","title":{"rendered":"PACKING CHECKLIST FOR TRAVELING WITH INFANTS"},"content":{"rendered":"
CARRY ON (labeled clearly with name, address, cell phone number and flight information in case bag gets lost):
\n– diapers, Take more than you think you’ll need, as many as one for every hour you\u2019re in transit and a few extra in case your flight is delayed
\n– diaper rash cream
\n– Small box or travel pack of wipes for baby and your hands.
\n– cloths for burping, spit-up, and other messes
\n– An extra shirt, pants, and pair of socks for baby
\n– Baby’s bottle with the nipple in a plastic bag
\n– formula, juice, water
\n– a favorite comfort toy or blankie
\n– containers of baby food, a baby spoon, and\/or snacks, such as cereal or crackers
\n– a bib or two; cloth or disposable
\n– two extra pacifiers stored in a clean plastic bag
\n– a changing pad; reusable or disposable
\n– a few large plastic bags for sealing and tossing dirty diapers, or taking home soiled clothes
\n– Ear Planes to relieve ear pressure
\n– child\u2019s pain reliever<\/p>\n
Infant car seat
\nUmbrella stroller, Travel Mate, Front-style baby carrier or framed back pack<\/p>\n
AND FOR YOU:
\n– An extra shirt
\n– Hand sanitizer or sanitizing wipes
\n– Bottled water and a snack
\n– Contact information with the pediatrician’s number, a neighbor’s number, and a number where your spouse or one of baby’s grandparents can be reached
\n– cell phone with charger
\n– Reservation confirmations, tickets and itineraries
\n– Maps and directions
\n– ID or drivers license\/passport
\n– Medical insurance cards
\n– Keys (car & house)
\n– Magazines & books<\/p>\n
IN YOUR CHECKED BAG:
\n– more baby wipes
\n– more changing pads
\n– ziploc bags for soiled clothes
\n– receiving blanket or two
\n– waterproof sheet
\n– bottles, nipples, bottle caps, sippy cups
\n– washable bibs
\n– First Aid Kit including thermometer, prescription medications and copies of the prescriptions, antibiotic cream, allergy relievers, any homeopathic remedies you like, motion sickness relievers
\n– travel night light: So you can keep the room lighting soothingly low during middle-of-the-night diaper change
\n– clothes, socks and shoes- One to two outfits per day is a good guideline. Denim and dark colors are good for hiding dirt and stains. Prepare for weather changes by dressing in layers.
\n– light jacket
\n– Childproofing gear, such as outlet covers, doorknob covers, and toilet locks
\n– Baby sun block, sunhat, bathing suit
\n– tissues
\n– small bottles of baby shampoo, baby wash and baby lotion
\n– camera with battery charger
\n– book light\u00a0 so you can read and not disturb your baby\u2019s sleep
\n– a few favorite toys<\/p>\n
WHEN YOU GET THERE:<\/p>\n
Rent the comforts of home such as a full size crib, all-terrain stroller, play yard or pack\u2019n play, bag of toys, high chair, and bath tub.\u00a0 Have it delivered and ready to put your baby to nap upon arrival.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
CARRY ON (labeled clearly with name, address, cell phone number and flight information in case bag gets lost): – diapers, Take more than you think you’ll need, as many as one for every hour you\u2019re in transit and a few extra in case your flight is delayed – diaper rash cream – Small box or … Continue reading PACKING CHECKLIST FOR TRAVELING WITH INFANTS<\/span>